1974 Honda Life vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 883 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Golf |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |